Becker's Healthcare February 14, 2025
The physician workforce is facing a period of rapid change, with independent practices under increasing pressure, alternative employment opportunities shifting and patient access to care at risk.
Brian Larkin, MD, chief medical officer at Denver-based Orthopedic Centers of Colorado, joined Becker’s to discuss physician workforce issues.
Editor’s note: This interview was edited lightly for clarity and length.
Question: How do you anticipate the physician workforce changing over the next five years?
Dr. Brian Larkin: I believe that the physician workforce will continue to change dramatically over the next five years. I believe we will continue to see increased utilization of advanced practice providers to support physician workforce decline. I believe that there will be continued pressure on independent...
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